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Anyone who has suffered from migraine headaches will tell you that they would try anything at least once to get rid of a migraine when it occurs. Migraine headaches are often debilitating and the pain and other symptoms are overwhelming.

Major symptoms include nausea, sensitivity to noise and light plus severe pain on one side of the head or the other. There are other symptoms as well, and they vary from individual to individual.

Because migraine headaches and their causes are unique to each person, so are the remedies. In the past, there were one or two migraine medications available but most people had to come up with their own way to relieve the headaches, or they had to go to the doctor or the emergency room to get help and relief.

These days there are many more medications available. Some work better than others, and this, too is an area that is unique to the individual. It is similar to any other medical issue where medication is used – sometimes you and your doctor need to try a few medications before you find a good fit.

In addition to medication, there are a number of different methods of relief that have been reported to doctors. Some of them have no sound medical basis, but people report that they have worked for them. Some people have reported that exercise helped relieve their migraines, while others say that exercise simply made the nasty headaches worse. Others report everything from music to herbal tea, acupuncture, acupressure and massage have stopped migraines. Still others have reported that ice packs or heating pads have worked, as well as, finding that meditation, yoga, tai-chi, herbal supplements, aromatherapy, swimming, chiropractic care and physical therapy have successfully relieved their migraines.

If you are suffering from migraines – especially recurring ones – see your doctor to determine if there are any specific physical or neurological causes. There are probably medications that your doctor can prescribe depending on your unique situation. If you are not comfortable taking medications, try some of the suggestions above and see if they help. You never know where you can find relief from your migraines, and you might just be pleasantly surprised.